Charles L. Russell
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Bornc. 1844
Malone, New York, United States
DiedJune 7, 1910
Place of burial
Hot Springs National Cemetery, Hot Springs, South Dakota
AllegianceUnited States of America
Charles L. Russell | |
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| Born | c. 1844 Malone, New York, United States |
| Died | June 7, 1910 |
| Place of burial | Hot Springs National Cemetery, Hot Springs, South Dakota |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | 93rd New York Volunteer Infantry |
| Conflicts | American Civil War Battle of Spotsylvania Court House |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Charles L. Russell (c. 1844 – June 7, 1910) was an American Corporal in the U.S. Army who served with the 93rd New York Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism after capturing the flag of the 42nd Virginia Infantry during the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House.[1] He received the Medal of Honor on December 1, 1864.[2]
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